Irish Setter
Sporting Group
The Irish Setter was originally from Ireland. This breed typically lives 12-14 years and is generally considered a large size dog. They stand at 24-28 inches from the shoulder and weigh between 55-75 pounds.
Irish Setter's need roughly 120+ minutes of exercise. Taking their age, size and exercise needs into account they will need about 3-4 cups of food on average in a day.
Owners of the Irish Setter will generally describe this dog as affectionate. They are on the easy end of the trainability spectrum and they bark minimally.
When deciding the dog breed for your situation where you live and where the dog will live and play matters. The Irish Setter likes to live outside. If you plan on having your dog be an inside dog the smallest recommended living space is a not recommended and it will need a yard to stay physically and mentally stimulated.
💊 Common Conditions
Gastric Dilatation Volvulus (Bloat)
Cancer
Epilepsy
Hip Dysplasia
Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Panosteitis
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
The Irish Setter was originally from Ireland. This breed typically lives 12-14 years and is generally considered a large size dog. They stand at 24-28 inches from the shoulder and weigh between 55-75 pounds.
Irish Setter's need roughly 120+ minutes of exercise. Taking their age, size and exercise needs into account they will need about 3-4 cups of food on average in a day.
Owners of the Irish Setter will generally describe this dog as affectionate. They are on the easy end of the trainability spectrum and they bark minimally.
When deciding the dog breed for your situation where you live and where the dog will live and play matters. The Irish Setter likes to live outside. If you plan on having your dog be an inside dog the smallest recommended living space is a not recommended and it will need a yard to stay physically and mentally stimulated.